By Michael Coughlin Jr. Extinction Rebellion Boston (XR), a local group that works to bring about climate and ecological justice, took to the McArdle Bridge on World Asthma Day to draw attention to asthma rates and pollution-related illnesses in East…
Wu Announces Launch of Wake Up the Night Grant
Special to the Times-Free Press Mayor Michelle Wu and the Office of Nightlife Economy today announced the launch of the City’s Wake Up the Night Grant, which will award individuals and organizations up to $10,000 to host nighttime activations. The application is now…
Planned Closure of Sumner Tunnel This Summer Reduced to One Month
Special to the Times-Free Press The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing the schedule for the upcoming full closure of the Sumner Tunnel as its multi-restoration project continues. What was originally scheduled as a two-month 24/7 closure similar to…
Wu To Attend Climate Summit at the Vatican To Showcase Boston’s Leadership on Climate Action to Global Audience
Special to the Times-Free Press Mayor Michelle Wu today shared the events she will participate in while attending a climate summit at the Vatican, hosted by Pope Francis, “From Climate Crisis to Climate Resilience.” Mayor Wu will give remarks for…
Massachusetts House Passes Bill Authorizing Chapter 90 Funding
Special to the Times-Free Press The Massachusetts House of Representatives passed a bill that includes $200 million for the state’s Chapter 90 program, which provides municipalities with a funding source for transportation-related improvements, including road and bridge repairs, as well…
20 Years of Marriage Equality In Massachusetts
It was 20 years ago this week (on May 17, 2004, to be exact), that the first marriage licenses were issued by cities and towns across Massachusetts for same-sex couples. The marriage licenses were precipitated by the decision by the…